Do Dogs Need Carbs? The Evidence
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Our "Mythbusters" style episode breaks down common misconceptions around how dogs can have or even need carbs because they have evolved to eat them. That doesn't mean it is the best choice for their health so we break down the facts!  Hear real life misconceptions Dan has read over the years during his research for his book "Dogs, Dog Food, and Dogma" and while running his low-carb pet food company, KetoNatural Pet Foods.  Even though dogs and wolves are almost identical species, only dogs produce amylase which helps break down carbohydrates into glucose. We'll walk through the timeline of how domesticated dogs began to eat carbs as pure means of survival.  Although most dog food and treats have a high ratio of carbs, there are a lot of (science backed) reasons to consider before adding them to your dog's diet. ----------- Listen to the complementary Episode 08: Carbs Make Dogs Fat for even more facts on carbs!  Have a question, comment, or counterpoint? Email us at [email protected]
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